An essay on the influence of tobacco upon life and health by R. D. Mussey
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| Author | Mussey, R. D. (Reuben Dimond), 1780-1866 |
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| Title | An essay on the influence of tobacco upon life and health |
| Note | Reading ease score: 55.2 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
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| Summary | "An Essay on the Influence of Tobacco upon Life and Health" by R. D. Mussey, M.D. is a scientific publication written in the early 19th century, specifically in 1836. The book explores the detrimental effects of tobacco on human health and the human body, supported by various historical and experimental evidence. Mussey, who holds multiple academic titles and positions in the medical field, recounts the history of tobacco, its effects on various organisms, and its consequences on both physical and mental health. In this essay, Mussey discusses tobacco’s origins, the evolution of its use, and its classification as a powerful poison that can lead to numerous health issues, including mental disorders and physical ailments. He presents experimental evidence highlighting the toxicological effects of tobacco on animals, detailing experiments that demonstrate its lethal nature. The book also describes the long-term adverse effects of habitual use, such as dyspepsia, respiratory problems, and overall diminished health, urging readers to abandon tobacco entirely. Mussey emphasizes the alarming reality of tobacco addiction and its grip on society, advocating for a complete cessation of use to improve individual and community health. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | RC: Medicine: Internal medicine |
| Subject | Tobacco use |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 19667 |
| Release Date | Oct 30, 2006 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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